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Wednesday, 17 October 2012

Wenches of Words Wednesday: Sloane Taylor

I’m excited to introduce a new
promotional platform I intend to post on Wednesdays. The name of the game is
authors helping authors here, so my awesome author cohort, Sloane Taylor and I
approached a group of wonderful women writers to create, The Wenches of Words. The idea of this group is to promote all
members who have penned one or more books. We gals feel we are stronger in
numbers, and that word of mouth is the best possible marketing strategy.

There is a variety of genres within this
awesome group of female authors. Contemporary fiction, Historical,
Horror/Paranormal, Mystery, Romance-Erotic, Romance, Speculative fiction, Young
Adult, and Middle-Grade to give you an idea of the wide range of writers we
have on board. Now, I promise I will not post anything inappropriate on my blog
as I am a MG/YA author. That said, I also want to offer my readers other
author’s books that may pique their interest. So, let’s get this party started
with the leader of this group, Sloane Taylor…

My new standalone book is hot off the Musa Publishing e-press!
With a gorgeous cover designed by Kelly Shorten and the unbeatable editing skills of Elizabeth Silver, that boosted the book to a level 4 Heat Rating, MASQUERADE brings true romance and all the delicious personal bits to life. Read on and see for yourself.

Behind every mask is a fragment of truth.

BLURB:
Chicagoan Clancy Marshall has planned her dream vacation in Venice down to the last detail. From gondola rides to masked balls, and anything else that just happens along, she is determined to experience all pleasures. But those careful plans fly out the door when she literally falls into the arms of a masked stranger.
Vittore Ricci comes from an old Venetian family that claims two doges in their lineage. A straight-laced Count and owner of a prestigious hotel, he never does anything without serious consideration. Until a sexy American tourist offers an opportunity no man can refuse.

EXCERPT:
Green eyes sparkling behind delicate shades of purple feathers held him hostage. Vittore thought he had recognized her the moment she walked onto the pier. When she spoke, he knew his search had finally ended. Determination and desire had persevered. The gods had delivered her into his hands and he wanted to learn more about this mystery woman with her gay laugh and quick wit, even if it was only for one night.

Clancy opened her door, then switched on the entry light. At the bedroom, she glanced over her shoulder, the long plumes brushing her creamy bare shoulder. “Make yourself comfortable. I’ll be just a moment.”

He wandered around the room, straightening the pillows on the sofa, adjusting a wing backed chair and, finally, the magazines scattered across the pecan desktop. It was there he found a handwritten note caught between the pages. A little guilt crept in for snooping, but he shoved it aside, eager to discover more about this sensual woman who intrigued him.

Note to Self — Loving Venice

1. Ride in a gondola
2. Climb the Campanile in St. Mark’s Square
3. Attend a masked ball
4. Dance under the stars in St. Mark’s Square
5. Tour a professional kitchen
6. Buy one special piece of Murano glass
7. Fall in love—at least for the night
8. Hear a Vivaldi Concert
9. Attend an opera at the Fenice
10.

Vittore reread the paper, paying close attention to number seven. He looked out at the waning moon and sent a prayer of thanks to Raphael the Archangel, the patron saint of happy meetings, for his good fortune.

Venice is a tremendous setting for a story, the bright, flashy tourist side and the dark, tortuous streets that lie behind. So easy to get lost in. All those canals get in the way!Best of luck with the launch.Jane

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About Me

Sharon
Ledwith
is the author of the middle-grade/young adult time travel adventure series, THE
LAST TIMEKEEPERS, and the teen psychic mystery series, MYSTERIOUS TALES FROM
FAIRY FALLS. When not writing, researching, or revising, she enjoys reading,
exercising, anything arcane, and an occasional dram of scotch. Sharon lives a
serene, yet busy life in a southern tourist region of Ontario, Canada, with her
hubby, one spoiled yellow Labrador and a moody calico cat.